Huge respect,Martins.Not only for exploring different cultures and learning languages,but you are respectful and nice man.

Thank you for your help.This is Sobatsubu. Martins, Romark and Tamotsu Thank you very much for performing with me. The quality of the video is amazing and I'm impressed! Everyone from all over the world, please come and challenge Japan's wonderful power stone.Chikaraishih is always waiting for a strong man who thinks I am the one!!

@andrewstephens8790

5 ай бұрын

you're lifting was very impressive! as a man who has spent thousands of hours lifting weights, i was shocked when i started trying to lift natural stones. they can be much heavier than they appear, awkward shapes, and like you said, they require the whole body working together well. many bodybuilder types who might bench press more than you, would fail to repeat your stone lifts. i was one of them once. respect to you for your real strength and for helping keep this great tradition and cultural history alive.

@jespermeisel9799

4 ай бұрын

if i ever visit, i will give it a try, i will represent Sweden and Philippines!

@sobatsubu2021

4 ай бұрын

@@andrewstephens8790 I'm sorry for being late. I'm glad to hear your valuable and helpful comments. I think that the body that can lift natural stones is strong enough to cope with various things. Many Japanese don't understand the essence of lifting stones, saying they are dangerous or hurt their back. That is a very disappointing and wasteful thing. You can't get real strength if you train only at the gym. I hope that the essence, meaning and tradition of chikaraishi will continue to be communicated to as many people as possible. Thank you!

@sobatsubu2021

4 ай бұрын

@@jespermeisel9799 Sorry I'm late. I really want you to try the Japanese chikaraishi and feel the strength of ancient Japanese! I hope Japanese chikaraishi will spread in Sweden and the Philippines too!

@sobatsubu2021

4 ай бұрын

@@A-ef3xj It's nothing special, but thank you very much. This comment makes me very happy! I will continue to do my best!

Thank you for letting me help out on your adventure and for being such great friends. ♡ May we have many more adventures together in the future! そしてこの動画と次の動画が、日本の力文化の普及に役立ちますよ～に！！🙏

@romarkweiss1795

6 ай бұрын

Thank you for everything!

@user-kv2ey5fn7w

6 ай бұрын

保さん、マーティンズさんといつの間に、こんな素晴らしい取材をしていたのですか？！とても感動しました😍心から感謝🙏

@nonbei_power

6 ай бұрын

@@user-kv2ey5fn7w 実はこれがマーティンズの主な目的でした！(笑) 撮影終わってから全国回って遊びまくってたけど、元々はドキュメンタリーのために来日しました！ 12月3日公開の第二話は相撲部屋密着です！

@MartinsLicis

6 ай бұрын

It was the best trip of my life 🥹 Thank you for all the help ❤️💪

@Ben-xf7uy

6 ай бұрын

Bro, you have that Jiri Prochazca look going on. LHW world champion in MMA. Known as the Czech Samurai! A real bad ass who was heavily influenced by the 5 Rings and samurai culture.

Thank you guys so much for supporting! Share with your family and friends! 😊 And remember, you guys are strength!

@sycadelic666

6 ай бұрын

Martins, you are an international treasure. Please guys, you, Romark and the whole team - I wish you all the best of success and really hope you continue this series after you finish your return to active competition in 2024

@martenkorf9343

6 ай бұрын

You, Romark and everyone involved truly found a new level of quality making this video. I like that it was almost half an hour. Stories like these truly deserve this. Thanl you and keep up the good work ❤

@romarkweiss1795

6 ай бұрын

Thank you Mark!

@GoneKiffen

6 ай бұрын

Be careful binging One Piece! Good luck!

@Amphed

6 ай бұрын

If there were an Emmy for YT series, you guys should win it. Your narration is pure poetry as well....

What a legend for not breaking the Yokozuna Stone record, tieing it was very respectful as it looked like he definitely could've broken it.

@adam_nykali

6 ай бұрын

Especially since we don't know to what extent the PEDs are responsible

@misterringer

6 ай бұрын

@@adam_nykali you think they don't have PED's in Japan?

@historynerd1977

6 ай бұрын

@@misterringer Not in 1800s when is was actually lifted. Thats why its respectful.

@misterringer

6 ай бұрын

@@historynerd1977 Fair play. I assumed some modern Japanese strongmen had lifted it and broke the record since then. If it's really that longstanding, then yeah all good.

@nerdikles

5 ай бұрын

Jfc, yall can't just let a statement ride. Everyone has to say "akshually🤓🤡"

日本の、力文化の歴史、今を教えてくれてありがとう！日本に住んでいながら、色々なことを考えさせられました☺️

The professor is a treasure. His stories of the history are funny and informative and I wish there were a longer interview with him and the other guys as well. It could be a full length documentary or series just on these stones. Great work as always.

@romarkweiss1795

6 ай бұрын

Become a member and I’ll post it soon!

Hi, I'm Latvian and i am proud to say to you that you are not only ordinary human being but you are strong men - Spēka Mitriķis! - in our old Latvian language. Respect to You and work that you have done. Nobody has done something similar like You. I really respect, how you can make all cultures unite all-around the world. You are phenomenal. I wish you best of luck and never stop doing what your heart desires.

@MartinsLicis

6 ай бұрын

Liels paldies!! 🫶💪 🇱🇻

保(たもつ)さんからMartin's さんのKZreadを教えて戴きました。 日本滞在中、保さんと日本中を取材していたのですね。 相撲部屋で廻しを着けて四股(しこ)を踏んでいたのにはビックリ。日本人の私も知らないことばかり。素晴らしい動画をありがとう👏👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 Mr. Tamotsu taught me about Martin's KZread. While you were in Japan, you and Tamotsu covered the country. I was surprised to see him wearing a mawashi and stepping on the shiko in the sumo stable. As a Japanese person, there are many things I don't know. thank you for the great video

@MartinsLicis

6 ай бұрын

🫶🙏

This series is seriously the best! Thank you Romark and Martins for making these!

@MartinsLicis

6 ай бұрын

Thank you! Please spread the word so we can keep these coming 🙏

The Strength Unknown series is truly special. Thank you for cultivating and showcasing a thoughtful and spiritual side of strength sports! I look forward to every episode.

Another masterpiece on this channel. These videos are beyond everything, just wow. It gave me the will to travel to lift stones in differents countries and learn their history. I am currently planinng the first trip for 2024, starting with Scotland. Thank you guys deeply for the inspiration...

@50522094

6 ай бұрын

Bro these are so amazing!

I live in japan but this is the first time i heard about chikara ishi. Thank you for sharing this ancient tradition with us. Feels good to learn something new today

@leonardhpls6

Ай бұрын

Your probably a white immigrant here

Haha Hey Martins, I was the guy you met in Asakusa! I’m sorry we couldn’t chat more. I hope you come back to Tokyo!

Hold up, Martins speaks Japanese too!?! What an impressive pairing you and Romark have made. Seriously impressed by this series and can’t wait for MARTINS return to strongman in 2024 in which I impinge he’ll be Wrecking the competition 👊 🪨 15:12 17:55 p.s. Can’t wait to see Martins vs The Moose.

this is SOOOOO GOOD. so much history condensed here. the historian is doing such an amazing job. martins also did a great job speaking japanese and connecting even better to the locals. i really love how the stones were named after the men who lifted them. it is amazing

@macmanmanny3983

Ай бұрын

It brings up many questions doesn't it? This series is very versatile indeed. This episode leaves me wanting more.. it also makes me look up a lot on the interwebs, to answer those questions that come up while watching this episode.Beautifully done. (2nd time watching this episode,.. 2nd day knowing about this channel... not japanese... not into strongman... however, very impressed entertained and educated.)

That was nice to "tie the record". Keeps the record in Japan, something the guy seemed proud of. Also that new stone-shouldering technique on display! Looks impressive.

The best type of content in order to spread the spiritual and Community aspect of strength. Thanks for the content, guys!

I am so impressed by you guys. Wonderful shots, amazing audio, and wtf Martins your Japanese is unbelievable! I lived in Japan for 2 years and have been a fan of strongman since I was a little kid and saw WSM on tv, and I had no idea Japan had a stone culture like this! This episode was special. Thanks guys.

what a unique way to see japan, very cool. the rocks, the shrines, the zen waterfall. so aesthetic

This is truly one of the best strength series! Adding to the known history of strength and sharing from all corners of the world! Martins and Romark you have something amazing and special here, thank you for sharing!!

@MartinsLicis

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Spread the word so we can keep making more! 🙏💪

Another amazing video in the Strength Unknown series. Very engaging and had me sucked in where 30m passed in a blink. Would love longer episodes! Your voice overs are great as well.

Another amazing episode chaps - see you in Heathrow in a few days time! 💪😘

You guys production quality is amazing !

Your narration on these is superb!

Holy shit this is great. The dedication, the quality, the entertainment value and the educational value... Absolutely amazing.

Always enjoy these videos bud.

Martins, your work on strength documentaries is incredible! You and your team are able to capture the essence of strength culture and philosophy around the world AND bring a top-level scenic capture paired with your unexpectedly deep narration. Thank you for your time and dedication. I am sure people in NatGeo/Discovery/History channels, and James Cameron himself are of the same opinion if they would have seen your work.

Such an awesome episode! It's one that you'd wish was longer even just to learn more about the history of the stone lifting in Japan. Listening to the professor and other guys talking about the history of the stones feel like it could be made into a 2hr long documentary and I'd watch every second! Keep up the awesome content and I cant wait for the next episode!

I love this series so much, thank u Martins for making these and for showing us different cultures of strongman! Can't wait for more to come

This is such a great series, Martins. And your respect for the people you meet is so nice to see. Already excited about the next adventure.

Thank you for all you are doing for stone culture. If you're not already aware of him check out Ireland's David Keohan, or Indiana Stones. The stone culture there was almost truly lost due to British colonialism (still rule britania tho, red white and blue og ftw baby) and he's brought it back by researching the old stories and legends.

@MartinsLicis

6 ай бұрын

That’s incredible! Definitely taking note of this. Thank you

@eatkunedo

6 ай бұрын

@@MartinsLicis no worries man, when you finally lift them all and unlock ascention powers just remember me...

@Indiana_stones

6 ай бұрын

Thanks lads for the mention! Martins come to Ireland. HUGE stones

This just showed up randomly in my youtube feed. And it is really really interesting to watch. I just have to check out the rest of this channel next. I love watching cultural stuff like this. Didn't think I would ever be so entranced by a video about lifting stuff, but here I am.

@MartinsLicis

6 ай бұрын

Yes it’s workings! thank you for watching!

I would have to say my strength lies more between my ears than in my physical. And I don't really watch nor have any real interest in strongman, BUT you don't show what most, at least myself, have thought of strongman. The side of "strength" that you show and the WAY you show it has me and keeps me inthralled! You are a phenomenal storyteller telling stories of cultures and history and it is absolute intellectually stimulating and I'm looking forward to the next weighty adventure!!

Crazy how far you’ve come I remember watching you years ago training at training hall with hau

I don't know your channel nor your work and did not know anything about Chikara Ishi either. I stumble by chance of yt recommandations on the Sumo video that mentioned this one so watched this one first. It was a very cool video, nicely done, approaching the subject from different perspectives and, as it felt from watching, with respect for the stones, the people and the tradition. Thanks for sharing!

Just wanted to say you guys are doing an amazing job with these videos! They are so good and entertaining! I honestly think this is one of the best series on KZread! Keep up the amazing job Martins!! Can’t wait for next episode! 👍 ❤

Congratulation guys, your series is astonishing, great production value and great mentality in aproaching different cultures. Always a pleasure to fallow your travels.

i could have watched this for 2 hours. love this series. keep it up MArtins and Romark!

There wasn't anything I disliked about this video. I learned, I found out about Martins, and I clicked subscribe. I don't even do much lifting. This is primo content. Well done.

This is my favorite Strength Unknown yet, so cool! Thanks guys!

You are not only rediscovering these places around the world, you are also like an ambassador for strongman. We'll see some people you inspired in strongman in the years to come.

Super excited to see this video. Lived in Japan for many years and been a strongman fan for decades and never knew Japan had a history lifting stones. Amazing job Martins. Also impressed hearing Martins Nihingo Loved it. Pleaseeeee i hope you have a whole sumo video like the ending

This and his team just never fails to amaze me for every single content! You guys have no idea how long I've waited for your uploads. Much love from the Philippines brothers!

Incredible and respectful coverage of a historic tradition, by far my favourite series on KZread

Who else agrees Martin's Licis is officially THE COOLEST strong man

Great vid! I think you really respected their culture and tradition as well as a really great and fitting music background. This quality is fitting to a Netflix documentary with an extremely large budget. I'm really impressed with this work! :)

Martins I'm a big fan! I only just found your channel, but I'm literally going to binge watch all your videos! Cheers big man!

Another great one guys, thank you all soo much. Martins looks ready for arnolds and worlds now, cant wait for march.

Awesome to see more strongmen get involved with sumo and strength-related pursuits in Japan. Well done on bringing some of this to light - it'd be awesome to see that map come to life, and noting which stones are still liftable (with proper permission of course).

awesome episode! how many of us would have no idea of the strength sports you've found travelling. thank you and romark and everyone involved!

I love the depth of respect you show in these videos. Such a great series. An even mix of strength and heart, just like the people that produce it. I cant wait for the next one.

You guys are truly something special and I hope the bigger studies finally take notice and we get to see this and future productions reach a grander audience!

i dont understand why your content isnt bigger,its so well made,im sure it will blow up sooner or later as more people stumble on it,mine was the lu xiaojun vid. perhaps its because its not so called as hyper or fast paced which is what young people like watchingt,but i really do enjoy this form of content which i dont see as much of on the platform anymore

Such an incredible video. This has to be my new favorite series on youtube!

Been so hyped for this

I am moved and inspired by this rich history and culture. You have my biggest thanks and gratitude to share such an amazing piece of art in the form of the free video. You (and Romark ofc) are worthy of all your success to come in life.

Man imagine the guy who lifted the 180kg stone 200 years ago... wasnt easy for Martins and hes fully juiced. Back then there werent any Steroids around... Must have been a MASSIVE human.

I'm so glad I was able to discover your channel and this amazing series.

That was great to watch thank you all for slowing us this amazing world of Japanese stones 🙏🏻

Best series on YT!

That was fantastic! I love the story about the competing villagers just lifting the stone and carrying it back home to prove they were the strongest haha!

Another fantastic video, I love these

I just discovered this series today, and I've been loving them all. Your narrations are excellent, and the commentary reveals a lot about your respect and passion!

Great video. It was a side of Japan I never knew about. My adult children are half Japanese. It will be shared to them. Thank you coming from a fan and someone who trained heavy for many years. Strength is a path to enlightenment.

the production value on this, my dude, amazing work!

Another awesome video guys i love seeing the stone lifting culture

I love you guys!! Thanks alot!

This is such a great video! The narrative, the pictures, history, super well done, thank you!

Amazing !! Great jobs !!

I really like this series! It's so lovely to learn about new perspectives in strength sports. There are just so many aspects, may they be religious, spiritual or driven by oneself. Awesome and mindful content, Martins. Seriously.

Stunning episode!!! Keep up the great work!!! Thank you!!! Cheers from Italy!

Well... I guess I have to add a japan stone tour to my bucket list! And what a great Video from you guys! You have the highest quality of videos of all strength content out there!

Of all the videos you've done, and I have enjoyed them all, This one was by far my favorite, My father lived for two years in Japan during the Korean Conflict and always talked about how special Japan and the people were. I have always wanted to go there. I have followed the martial arts, the samurai, and was surprised to learn of Chikara Ishi. Great video.

@MartinsLicis

6 ай бұрын

Beautiful comment. thank you for watching and supporting 🙏

This is my favorite series on KZread! I’m always excited to see that a new episode is out!

Beautifully done as always, bravo guys.

Incredible video, guys! Watching this before hitting the gym and it has put me in such a calm and motivated mindset. Very inspiring.

I loved the story of putting the stone in front of one's house upon lifting it, then coming to find it gone one day because someone else had lifted it. Imagine knowing a young man who was trying his best to lift such a stone for some time, then passing by his home one day to see the stone sitting there. Community pride!

Martins, you and your team put together some absolutely fantastic content! Fantastic camerawork, audio was on point, and your narration... i could watch a multi hour video of you guys lifting stones!

@MartinsLicis

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! We keep trying to improve.

Best add yet. Literally laughed out loud when I heard what you are binge watching. Love that anime. Another excellent video.

The quality of those videos is unbelievable! Good job

I love this series. I was myself in Japan for 1 Year, next time I make sure to visit the stones. Kudos on you Martins and your team for this great production

@MartinsLicis

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the support!! 🙏 One year?! I’m jealous! I hope to spend much much more time there

@isoran

6 ай бұрын

I was mainly in the Kansai region like Osaka. What was your favourite food in Japan? Can't wait for your next sumo video :D Cheers @@MartinsLicis

Such a special series, much respect Martins and co 💪

As much as Brian Shaw loves forgotten and ancient feats of strength, I can almost guarantee he would love a tour like this.

I love this channel and this series thank you Martins and team cant wait to see where you take us next Rikkishi!

Love this series. This was so well thought out and so 🔥 thank you Martins and Romark and who ever else is behind the scenes that was don’t know about that is helping. Amazing,high quality,l and just a very captivating series all around. Can’t wait till you go to Greece 🇬🇷 maybe you can meet up Kryiaklios Grizzly. That guy is a freak with his insane unconventional liftis.

Fantastic. Always happy to see another installment of Strength Unknown.

Absolutely fantastic episode, but can't say enough how excited I am for the sumo episode. I've been following it for about 15 years, and am so glad you were able to dive into its particular style of strength!

Your videos man are like a mini movie just stunning content can’t wait for the sumo just keep smashing it man ❤

You continue to inspire me every time I tune in. Your journey has helped me in mine and can’t thank you enough for sharing this with us.

Please never stop doing these. So entertaining and educational.

Excellent video! Great job Martins and crew!

i LOVE THIS SERIES SO MUCH. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR PROVIDING IT FOR US

Love this series. Japan is a bucket list trip for me, and you’ve just shown me things I need to see when I finally visit. Thank you.

Best episode yet, probably due to the personal connection that Martins shares with Japan

This might be my favorite episode yet! Also it's fun to see Martins speaking nihongo jouzu 😉

Just keep making content Martin you guys are a breath of fresh air in between all the chaos on my feed😊

This is super cool! It's amazing getting to see what you uncovered after wanting to go for so long!

I fell in love with a Japanese woman in Japan after covid. Its my favorite culture on earth and the people are amazing. I wasn't aware of stone lifting in Japan, but I suggest anyone who travels there to enjoy sumo, their amazing athletes

Thank you for sharing. I am excited about the next one.